Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech.

With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineering, Mechanical (L3) The Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist role is responsible for ensuring that external suppliers consistently deliver products and services to consistently meet Wescam’s supplier quality requirements. This role partners closely with engineering, supply chain, program management, operations and suppliers to drive quality performance, mitigate risk, and ensure product compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Lead continuous improvement activities, including the review of supplier capabilities and perform supplier audits to drive measurable improvements against defined quality metrics. Understanding the requirements, work with Engineering and the Buyer to assess the technical capability and roadmap of the supplier Perform supplier audits for risk and capabilities Identify gaps and opportunities for supplier development using ZDP (zero defect plan) and QIP (quality improvement plan) Determine and assign capable, qualified supplier(s) to parts on Teamcenter and ERP, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, quality standards, and organizational sourcing strategies. Verify compliance to all product specifications, acceptance testing Align product verification/test between supplier and the internal factory Ensure link to the shop floor, supply chain,



CSG (Customer Service Group) and EFFA (Early Field Failure Analysis) Create project plans to close out issues Perform FAI (First Article Inspection) per AS9102 requirements and part inspections at source and at incoming Participate in the Quality Alert, Corrective Action Board & containment processes Responsible for defining and communicating material handling and traceability requirements from the supply chain through to internal storage at Wescam ensuring proper preservation, identification, and handling of all sourced materials.

Actively participate in all internal and external technical reviews with cross‑functional teams to ensure specification compliance, design for manufacturability, testability, and cost‑effectiveness of sourced parts and assemblies. Ensure the suppliers build & test processes are robust and repeatable Utilize techniques such as PFMEA, 8D RCCA , Fishbone, 5 why analysis Perform additional responsibilities related to supplier quality and cross‑functional support as assigned by the Manager to meet departmental and organizational objectives. Robust critical thinking and analytical skills and ability to analyze supplier or vendor data along with internal metrics.

Highly technical mindset and thorough knowledge of technical elements of manufacturing and engineering with the ability to identify process variability,



as well as making informed judgement and recommendation within the supply chain. Quality assurance skills with the ability to inspect products and identify gaps in manufacturing processes. Ability to lead projects to improve supplier quality.

Continuous improvement mindset Excellent technical communication skills, both written and verbal. Extensive experience with Precision-machined components, Castings, forgings, Mechanical assemblies, and structural components. Proven ability to rapidly acquire a high level of competence in new technical areas.

Lead 8D root cause, project or quality improvement plans, APQP, PPAP Green Belt Certification or equivalent industry lean experience an asset, but not required ASQ CQE or CSQP is an asset Eng. designation an asset, but not a requirement Practical knowledge of project management is an asset, but not a requirement Experience in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or highly regulated manufacturing environments combined with supporting design/manufacturing of mechanical components and/ or assembly. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.

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Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best. L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment.

Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required. #

📌 Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineering, Mechanical (Canada)
🏢 L3Harris Technologies
📍 Canada